The M-Audio Keystation 49 MK3 is a MIDI keyboard controller designed for sequencing music and playing virtual instruments on a Mac or Windows computer. It is also compatible with iOS devices. The Keystation 49 MK3 features 49 full-size velocity-sensitive keys and a series of controls that expand the range of playable notes, while also providing expressive capabilities.

Assignable transport and directional controls allow for playing, performing, and recording with music software without using a mouse or trackpad. If you've got your own sustain pedal, you can plug it in via the 1/4" sustain pedal input. Lightweight and durable, the controller is USB-powered, class-compliant, and supports USB-MIDI connectivity. Additionally, the unit supports iOS connectivity using the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit (available separately), enabling you to perform and compose with audio apps on an iPad or another iOS device.

The 49 MK3 comes with a variety of software, including DAWs such as Pro Tools | First M-Audio Edition and Ableton Live Lite. Also included is AIR Music Technology Xpand!2, a multitimbral all-in-one synthesizer which houses up to four sounds to help you create your own unique VI patches.

Keyboard sounds can be achieved via three included AIR Music Technology soft-synths: The Mini Grand, with seven acoustic piano sounds, and the Velvet, which gives you five vintage electric piano sounds. Additional software includes Skoove and Melodics. You also get 2GB of Touch Loops material to foster your creativity. The keyboard comes with a USB Type-A to USB Type-B cable.

49 Full-Size Keys    Velocity-Sensitive Feel    Transport and Directional Buttons    Volume Fader and Pitch Bend Controls    Modulation and Octave Controls    MIDI over USB / USB Powered    Sustain Pedal Input    Class Compliant, No Driver Required    iOS Compatible via Optional Cable    DAW and Virtual Piano Software

49 full-size velocity-sensitive keys with natural piano feel

USB-MIDI connection for playing virtual instruments, controlling recording software, and more

Transport and directional buttons let you operate your DAW from the keyboard

Pitch bend, modulation, and octave controls for expressive performances

USB-powered and supports plug-and-play connectivity to a Mac or Windows computer

Relatively lightweight at 4.7 lb, for easy setup and portability

Relatively compact at 32.3 x 2.7 x 7.4" for convenient integration with most project or professional studios

iOS compatibility using the Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit

Ableton Live Lite music performance and creation software

Pro Tools | First M-Audio Edition with Unlimited Busses, Elastic Time/Pitch, Offline Bounce, and 1GB of cloud storage

AIR Music Technology Mini Gran, Velvet, and Xpand!2

Skoove software with hundreds of online piano lessons for beginner, intermediate, or advanced players

Melodics desktop app for teaching users how to play MIDI keyboards, pad controllers, and drums

2GB of Touch Loops for chopping up and mixing samples, including synth pad loops, vintage drums, and more

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can I integrate this in home studio based on a Mac Mini m2(2023 NOT Pro), which I intend to use with Apollo solo thunderbolt?

A: Yes, the M-Audio Oxygen Pro 25-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller is compatible with the operating system on a Mac Mini M2 model.

Q: 2. The description says it supports Mac, Win and iOs, but the Bluetooth connectivity mentions only Mac and iOs. Won't it work wirelessly with Windows?

A: Yes, the Korg microKEY AIR-49 is now compatible for MIDI to work wirelessly with a PC that is equipped with Bluetooth 4.0 and Windows 8.1 or later or with a USB adapter that supports Bluetooth 4.0 Smart. Here is a link to the Bluetooth MIDI Connection Guide: https://mans.io/files/viewer/637331/1

Q: 3. Can this be used with ipad?

A: No iOS support. OS Compatibility: macOS 10 Windows

Q: 4. Are the rotary controls on this continuous encoders, or pots that stop at each end?

A: The rotary controls on the Nektar Technology Impact LX49+ 49-Key USB MIDI Controller Keyboard have pots that stop at each end. They are not continuous.

Q: 5. Besides the bundled software, what are the differences between this MK3 version and the previous M-Audio Keystation Mini 32 II version?

A: The main differences between the Keystation Mini 32 MKII and MKIII versions are the included software and a slight color change for the body.

Q: 6. How do I suspend or change the velocity? It doesn't work properly or I do something wrong.

A: In the menu, you should see a 'VEL CURVE' setting that you can select and adjust the velocity on the keys as needed.

Q: 7. Does it have midi aftertouch?

A: Yes, the Akai Professional MPK Mini MK3 25-Key MIDI Controller has aftertouch.

Q: 8. I'm a beginner ... is it possible to use it with Roland S-1 as a keyboard? is there any usb to midi adapter for this?

A: The only way to use the Akai MPK Mini Mk3 25-Key MIDI Controller (White) is by using a computer in conjunction with any USB device that has a MIDI output, such as the Focusrite 4i4 (B&H # FOSCAR4I44G). When set properly, you can route the MIDI data from the computer to the S-1 via the MIDI out port on the device/interface with most MIDI-capable DAWs.

Q: 9. Does this have an auxiliary output jack that you can plug into headphones or a boom box?

A: No, the Keystation 88 is a MIDI keyboard controller which has digital ports for USB and MIDI, but it does not have any analog inputs or outputs to connect a boom box or headphones. You can connect headphones to your computer for monitoring. If you want a more traditional keyboard that is a similar size and in the same general price range, you may like the Alesis Concert 88-Key Digital Piano with Full-Sized Keys (B&H # ALCONCERT) which has a stereo output for headphones, but no aux input. The Artesia PE-88 Portable Digital Piano / Arranger Keyboard (B&H # ARPE88) which has headphone and line outputs, stereo aux input and a microphone input. We do have more options for other models listed with our portable keyboards. Please contact us by phone or through live chat on the website for further assistance.

Q: 10. what's the longest usb cable i can use with this thing...? i'm using a 1-1.5meter cable and it only works sometimes. it is frustrating that there is no information about this, and the cable that comes with the keystationmini 32 is really really short.....

A: I would replace the cable. Typically USB cables may be used up to 15 feet without signal loss issues.